ADVENT REFLECTIONS ON SCRIPTURE
December 8
Isaiah 11:1–10
The prophet shares a hope-filled vision with us – a visionof harmony and understanding – and presents an unlikely
subject for leading us toward this vision – “a little child.”
Even more unlikely, Isaiah explains that animals who are
enemies will lie down together. They will reconcile and be
adversaries no more. These verses seem unbelievable, but
longing for their fulfillment is the stuff of hope. Isaiah’s
vision pushes us to re-think the way we understand power
dynamics today and show us that no matter what, peace
inside ourselves and in the world is possible.
This week reach out with a note or phone call to someone
with whom you often clash.
Seasons of the Spirit™ SeasonsFUSION Advent • Christmas • Epiphany 2013–2014 Copyright © Wood Lake Publishing Inc. 2013, p. 8
